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A U.S. soldier keeps watch as a Kuwaiti backhoe breaks through a 15-foot berm (wall of sand) on the Iraqi border to create a path for armed forces vehicles on March 20, 2003, in the northern Kuwaiti desert. Iraq reportedly fired a scud missile toward Kuwait City, which was shot down by a patriot missile. less

A U.S. soldier keeps watch as a Kuwaiti backhoe breaks through a 15-foot berm (wall of sand) on the Iraqi border to create a path for armed forces vehicles on March 20, 2003, in the northern Kuwaiti desert. ... more

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A Kuwaiti backhoe breaks through a 15-foot berm (wall of sand) and into Iraq to create a future path for armed forces vehicles on March 20, 2003, on the Kuwait/Iraq border. Iraq reportedly fired a scud missile toward Kuwait City, which was shot down by a patriot missile. less

A Kuwaiti backhoe breaks through a 15-foot berm (wall of sand) and into Iraq to create a future path for armed forces vehicles on March 20, 2003, on the Kuwait/Iraq border. Iraq reportedly fired a scud missile ... more

During a light moment, soldiers in the 3rd Infantry play a game of throwing desert fruit at each other while they wait to move to their next location on March 22, 2003. Troops moved unopposed toward the heart of Iraq. less

During a light moment, soldiers in the 3rd Infantry play a game of throwing desert fruit at each other while they wait to move to their next location on March 22, 2003. Troops moved unopposed toward the heart ... more

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A1C Nick Taylor keeps his gun trained as SSgt. Travis Crosby looks for a possible sniper on March 22, 2003. First brigade troops moving north toward the heart of Iraq had heard reports of a possible sniper in the area as they were traveling through. less

A1C Nick Taylor keeps his gun trained as SSgt. Travis Crosby looks for a possible sniper on March 22, 2003. First brigade troops moving north toward the heart of Iraq had heard reports of a possible sniper in ... more

U.S. forces take three enemy POWs after a battle near Ah Najaf as 3rd Infantry troops moved north through the central farmlands of Iraq on March 23, 2003.

U.S. forces take three enemy POWs after a battle near Ah Najaf as 3rd Infantry troops moved north through the central farmlands of Iraq on March 23, 2003.

Photo: BAHRAM MARK SOBHANI, SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS NEWS

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Spc. Bryan Slick removes his goggles after a day of battle in Ah Najaf on March 23, 2003. Slick is an armored personnel carrier driver.

Spc. Bryan Slick removes his goggles after a day of battle in Ah Najaf on March 23, 2003. Slick is an armored personnel carrier driver.

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A burned out Iraqi military truck with a 57mm anti-aircraft gun mounted in the back burns after being bombed by American forces at Ah Najaf on March 23, 2003. Two Iraqi soldiers were reportedly killed in the blast. less

A burned out Iraqi military truck with a 57mm anti-aircraft gun mounted in the back burns after being bombed by American forces at Ah Najaf on March 23, 2003. Two Iraqi soldiers were reportedly killed in the ... more

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Two Iraqis wave their hands at Task Force 369 soldiers while driving byas the 3rd Infantry move north through the central farmlands of Iraq on March 23, 2003. It was unknown whether they were trying to be friendly or show that they were unarmed. less

Two Iraqis wave their hands at Task Force 369 soldiers while driving byas the 3rd Infantry move north through the central farmlands of Iraq on March 23, 2003. It was unknown whether they were trying to be ... more

Air Force tactical air controllers Capt. Shad Magann (FL), left, and Sgt. Travis Crosby (GA) control the air from their Humvee as they send nine morning missions to bomb targets in a region north of them on March 24, 2003, in South Central Iraq. less

Air Force tactical air controllers Capt. Shad Magann (FL), left, and Sgt. Travis Crosby (GA) control the air from their Humvee as they send nine morning missions to bomb targets in a region north of them on ... more

A task force 369 soldier of the 1st Brigade, 3ID sleeps on a cot in front of a row of armored vehicles that make up the 1st Brigade's tactical operations center south of Baghdad in Iraq on March 24, 2003.

A task force 369 soldier of the 1st Brigade, 3ID sleeps on a cot in front of a row of armored vehicles that make up the 1st Brigade's tactical operations center south of Baghdad in Iraq on March 24, 2003.

Photo: BAHRAM MARK SOBHANI, SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS NEWS

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A soldier stands inside his vehicle at the scene of a battle in Kifil as a sandstorm moves in on March 25, 2003.

A soldier stands inside his vehicle at the scene of a battle in Kifil as a sandstorm moves in on March 25, 2003.

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Air Force SSgt. Travis Crosby (GA) adjusts his night vision goggles as a sandstorm creates a brownout effect in Southern Iraq on March 25, 2003. Heavy clouds of dust and sand reduced visibility and brought the dark a few hours early. less

Air Force SSgt. Travis Crosby (GA) adjusts his night vision goggles as a sandstorm creates a brownout effect in Southern Iraq on March 25, 2003. Heavy clouds of dust and sand reduced visibility and brought the ... more

A U.S. soldier looks through his binoculars as a severe sandstorm creates a brownout near the scene of a battle with Iraqi soldiers in South Central Iraq on March 25, 2003.

A U.S. soldier looks through his binoculars as a severe sandstorm creates a brownout near the scene of a battle with Iraqi soldiers in South Central Iraq on March 25, 2003.

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A U.S. soldier takes a picture of a pair of dead Iraqi soldiers after a battle with U.S. troops at a bridge crossing the Euphrates River in Southern Iraq on March 25, 2003.

A U.S. soldier takes a picture of a pair of dead Iraqi soldiers after a battle with U.S. troops at a bridge crossing the Euphrates River in Southern Iraq on March 25, 2003.

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A U.S. tank searches through a lush field near the Euphrates River during a battle with Iraqi soldiers in South Central Iraq on March 25, 2003. U.S. troops were crossing a nearby bridge when Iraqis tried to blow it up. The bridge was damaged but passable. less

A U.S. tank searches through a lush field near the Euphrates River during a battle with Iraqi soldiers in South Central Iraq on March 25, 2003. U.S. troops were crossing a nearby bridge when Iraqis tried to ... more

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Two U.S soldiers cover a dead Iraqi soldier after a battle near a bridge over the Euphrates River in Southern Iraq on March 25, 2003. The Iraqis reportedly tried to blow up the bridge as U.S. troops drove over it. The bridge sustained damage, but was still passable. less

Two U.S soldiers cover a dead Iraqi soldier after a battle near a bridge over the Euphrates River in Southern Iraq on March 25, 2003. The Iraqis reportedly tried to blow up the bridge as U.S. troops drove over ... more

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U.S. soldiers watch the waterfront as a Marine reconnaissance group inspects the integrity of a bridge damaged by Iraqi bombs in South Central Iraq on March 25, 2003. The bridge was still passable.

U.S. soldiers watch the waterfront as a Marine reconnaissance group inspects the integrity of a bridge damaged by Iraqi bombs in South Central Iraq on March 25, 2003. The bridge was still passable.

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Cpl. Bryan Beard (KS) walks against a stiff wind on guard duty near the Army 1st Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division operations center in Southern Iraq on March 25, 2003.

Cpl. Bryan Beard (KS) walks against a stiff wind on guard duty near the Army 1st Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division operations center in Southern Iraq on March 25, 2003.

Black smoke billows from a blown up Iraqi military truck over a ridge as 3rd Infantry troops move toward an escarpment in Ah Najaf on March 23, 2003. The white smoke is caused by a concealment grenade fired by a U.S. tank. less

Black smoke billows from a blown up Iraqi military truck over a ridge as 3rd Infantry troops move toward an escarpment in Ah Najaf on March 23, 2003. The white smoke is caused by a concealment grenade fired by ... more

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Two U.S. soldiers run back to their tanks in an unsecure zone after covering the body of an Iraqi soldier and taking his weapon in Southern Iraq on March 25, 2003. U.S. troops battled Iraqis, who tried to blow up a bridge U.S. troops were crossing. Another soldier inside the minivan was killed as well. less

Two U.S. soldiers run back to their tanks in an unsecure zone after covering the body of an Iraqi soldier and taking his weapon in Southern Iraq on March 25, 2003. U.S. troops battled Iraqis, who tried to blow ... more

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A Humvee moves across the desert as the sun sets near the Task Force 3/69 command center in south central Iraq on March 27, 2003. After two days of heavy sandstorm, the skies cleared Thursday with sunny, weather and good visibility. less

A Humvee moves across the desert as the sun sets near the Task Force 3/69 command center in south central Iraq on March 27, 2003. After two days of heavy sandstorm, the skies cleared Thursday with sunny, ... more

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A1C Nick Taylor of Ohio drinks water while working in the back of the Task Force 3/69 air liaison vehicle in south-central Iraq on March 27, 2003. Taylor was helping control air traffic as coalition forces bombed strategic Iraqi targets. less

A1C Nick Taylor of Ohio drinks water while working in the back of the Task Force 3/69 air liaison vehicle in south-central Iraq on March 27, 2003. Taylor was helping control air traffic as coalition forces ... more

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Lt. Kyle Wiginton removes his gas mask after a false alarm on the morning of March 28, 2003. Troops later were forced to wear their masks again after U.S. bombers blasted a series of large fuel storage cells about 25 kilometers away. less

Lt. Kyle Wiginton removes his gas mask after a false alarm on the morning of March 28, 2003. Troops later were forced to wear their masks again after U.S. bombers blasted a series of large fuel storage cells ... more

A black cloud of smoke rises in the distance as a soldier with Task Force 3/69 walks to his vehicle in his gas mask on March 28, 2003, in the Iraqi desert. U.S. bombers blasted a series of large fuel storage cells and many surrounding troops were ordered to wear their gas mask until it was certain no chemicals were released into the air. less

A black cloud of smoke rises in the distance as a soldier with Task Force 3/69 walks to his vehicle in his gas mask on March 28, 2003, in the Iraqi desert. U.S. bombers blasted a series of large fuel storage ... more

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A feral animal roams for food near the Army 27 Infantry's assembly area on March 29, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert. Several soldiers said a barbecued fox would probably taste better than their MREs. The fox went unharmed. less

A feral animal roams for food near the Army 27 Infantry's assembly area on March 29, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert. Several soldiers said a barbecued fox would probably taste better than their MREs. ... more

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Sgt. Andrew Barnett (GA) with the Army 27 Infantry of 1st Brigade reads the Bible in the back of his truck on March 29, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert.

Sgt. Andrew Barnett (GA) with the Army 27 Infantry of 1st Brigade reads the Bible in the back of his truck on March 29, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert.

Lt1. Rodney McCutcheon (SC) fills a five gallon jug with potable water from a tank at the Task Force 3-69 assembly area on March 30, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert. With supply lines falling behind, troops are rationing water to two 1.5 liter bottles a day per person. less

Lt1. Rodney McCutcheon (SC) fills a five gallon jug with potable water from a tank at the Task Force 3-69 assembly area on March 30, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert. With supply lines falling behind, ... more

A1C Nick Taylor (OH), Spc. Bryan Slick (MD) and SrA. Dan Housley (Huntsville, TX) bide their time in the late afternoon at the Task Force 3-69 assembly area on March 30, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert. For many with the 3rd Infantry Division, this was another day of waiting until until the start of their next objective. less

A1C Nick Taylor (OH), Spc. Bryan Slick (MD) and SrA. Dan Housley (Huntsville, TX) bide their time in the late afternoon at the Task Force 3-69 assembly area on March 30, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert. ... more

Airman Nick Taylor (OH) puts his feet up to rest and air out while resting on a slow day at the Task Force 3-69 assembly area on March 31, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert. Monday was one of the hotter days since the beginning of the war, signalling a change in weather. less

Airman Nick Taylor (OH) puts his feet up to rest and air out while resting on a slow day at the Task Force 3-69 assembly area on March 31, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert. Monday was one of the hotter ... more

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Members of 3rd Infantry Division's Task Force 3-69 set up their tactical operations center after moving their camp north on March 31, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert.

Members of 3rd Infantry Division's Task Force 3-69 set up their tactical operations center after moving their camp north on March 31, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert.

A1C Nick Taylor (OH), left, and SSgt. Travis Crosby (GA) change the month on a pinup calendar in the back of their vehicle at the Task Force 3-69 assembly area on April 1, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert. Many thought the war would be winding down at this point. less

A1C Nick Taylor (OH), left, and SSgt. Travis Crosby (GA) change the month on a pinup calendar in the back of their vehicle at the Task Force 3-69 assembly area on April 1, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi ... more

A soldier with the 3rd Infantry Division uses a poncho for shade as he sleeps at the Task Force 3-69 assembly area on March 31, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert.

A soldier with the 3rd Infantry Division uses a poncho for shade as he sleeps at the Task Force 3-69 assembly area on March 31, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert.

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Two soldiers pass the time wrestling in the Iraqi desert while waiting to move north at the Task Force 3-69 assembly area on April 1, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert.

Two soldiers pass the time wrestling in the Iraqi desert while waiting to move north at the Task Force 3-69 assembly area on April 1, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert.

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An Iraqi tank explodes after being blasted by an Abrams Tank during a battle for control of a critical bridge north of Karbala on April 2, 2003, in Iraq.

An Iraqi tank explodes after being blasted by an Abrams Tank during a battle for control of a critical bridge north of Karbala on April 2, 2003, in Iraq.

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A group of Bradleys and tanks cross the Euphrates River over a bridge considered critical to the U.S. cause north of Karbala on April 2, 2003, in Iraq. Task Force 3-69 troops battled Iraqi forces for the bridge which spans the Euphrates River. less

A group of Bradleys and tanks cross the Euphrates River over a bridge considered critical to the U.S. cause north of Karbala on April 2, 2003, in Iraq. Task Force 3-69 troops battled Iraqi forces for the bridge ... more

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Destroyed Iraqi vehicles burn South of Baghdad on April 3, 2003 as the 3ID's 1st Brigade move towards Saddam International Airport in Iraq.

Destroyed Iraqi vehicles burn South of Baghdad on April 3, 2003 as the 3ID's 1st Brigade move towards Saddam International Airport in Iraq.

A car burns on a bridge spanning the Euphrates River as U.S. forces fight to secure the bridge north of Karbala on April 2, 2003, in Iraq.

A car burns on a bridge spanning the Euphrates River as U.S. forces fight to secure the bridge north of Karbala on April 2, 2003, in Iraq.

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A Task Force 3-69 infantry soldier runs between tanks during a battle for a critical bridge north of Karbala on April 2, 2003, in Iraq. The battle lasted several hours as the U.S. pounded Iraqi troops in the area. less

A Task Force 3-69 infantry soldier runs between tanks during a battle for a critical bridge north of Karbala on April 2, 2003, in Iraq. The battle lasted several hours as the U.S. pounded Iraqi troops in the ... more

An Iraqi vehicle burns and after being attacked by Apache helicopters north of Karbala on April 2, 2003, in Iraq. Task Force 3-69 pushed north Wednesday, securing a bridge considered essential to U.S. plans.

An Iraqi vehicle burns and after being attacked by Apache helicopters north of Karbala on April 2, 2003, in Iraq. Task Force 3-69 pushed north Wednesday, securing a bridge considered essential to U.S. plans.

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A soldier with second brigade rides in the hatch of his armored vehicle through the town of Kiffel on April 3, 2003, in Iraq.

A soldier with second brigade rides in the hatch of his armored vehicle through the town of Kiffel on April 3, 2003, in Iraq.

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A Bradley fighting vehicle moves past plumes of smoke from destroyed Iraqi army vehicles as Task Force 3-69 pushes north past the Karbala Gap on April 2, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert.

A Bradley fighting vehicle moves past plumes of smoke from destroyed Iraqi army vehicles as Task Force 3-69 pushes north past the Karbala Gap on April 2, 2003, in the South Central Iraqi desert.

A U.S. soldier is seen through a bullethole in a pane of glass on a hangar door on April 4, 2003, at Saddam International Airport in Iraq. U.S. troops had secured the airport after battling Iraqi forces.

A U.S. soldier is seen through a bullethole in a pane of glass on a hangar door on April 4, 2003, at Saddam International Airport in Iraq. U.S. troops had secured the airport after battling Iraqi forces.

Photo: BAHRAM MARK SOBHANI, AP

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Third Infantry Division ground forces secure a gated area at Saddam International Airport early Friday, April 4, 2003, in Iraq.

Third Infantry Division ground forces secure a gated area at Saddam International Airport early Friday, April 4, 2003, in Iraq.

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A bombed out plane shows the aftermath of overnight fighting for control of Saddam International Airport early Friday on April 4, 2003, outside of Baghdad Iraq. U.S. and Iraqi troops clashed overnight.

A bombed out plane shows the aftermath of overnight fighting for control of Saddam International Airport early Friday on April 4, 2003, outside of Baghdad Iraq. U.S. and Iraqi troops clashed overnight.

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Sgt. William Coultry (Americus, GA), a tank commander, pauses by his vehicle after a morning battle at Saddam International Airport Friday, April 4, 2003, in Iraq.

Sgt. William Coultry (Americus, GA), a tank commander, pauses by his vehicle after a morning battle at Saddam International Airport Friday, April 4, 2003, in Iraq.

An Iraqi POW waits in line form processing at a hangar Friday, April 4, 2003, at Saddam International Airport in Iraq.

An Iraqi POW waits in line form processing at a hangar Friday, April 4, 2003, at Saddam International Airport in Iraq.

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Air Force Cpt. Shad Magann, SSg. Travis Crosby, and Spc Bryan Slick sleep in the back of an armored vehicle after an overnight and early morning fight for control of Saddam International Airport on April 4, 2003, in Iraq. less

Air Force Cpt. Shad Magann, SSg. Travis Crosby, and Spc Bryan Slick sleep in the back of an armored vehicle after an overnight and early morning fight for control of Saddam International Airport on April 4, ... more

Iraqi POWs are numbered with a marker as they are processed at a hangar on April 4, 2003, at Saddam International Airport in Iraq.

Iraqi POWs are numbered with a marker as they are processed at a hangar on April 4, 2003, at Saddam International Airport in Iraq.

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Iraqi money with lipstick lips over Saddam Hussein's face sits on the floor as a U.S. soldier inventories the belongings of a detained Iraqi Friday, April 4, 2003 at Saddam International Airport in Iraq. Many Iraqi POWs have reportedly been found with large wads of currency in their pockets, but the value of the money was uncertain. less

Iraqi money with lipstick lips over Saddam Hussein's face sits on the floor as a U.S. soldier inventories the belongings of a detained Iraqi Friday, April 4, 2003 at Saddam International Airport in Iraq. Many ... more

An army vehicle with moves past a burned out plane on a runway at Saddam International Airport early Friday on April 4, 2003, in Iraq after overnight fighting for control of the airport.

An army vehicle with moves past a burned out plane on a runway at Saddam International Airport early Friday on April 4, 2003, in Iraq after overnight fighting for control of the airport.

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Spc. Brad Buring (CA) hangs an American flag where his company set up camp under a concrete awning on April 5, 2003, at Saddam International Airport in Iraq. U.S. forces that had captured the airport were working to set up their areas, even using furniture found inside a reception building. less

Spc. Brad Buring (CA) hangs an American flag where his company set up camp under a concrete awning on April 5, 2003, at Saddam International Airport in Iraq. U.S. forces that had captured the airport were ... more

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A U.S. soldier walks through a large house Saturday, April 5, 2003. near Saddam International Airport in Iraq. Task Force 3-69 is using furniture from nearby mansions to use in the command center they are setting up at the airport. less

A U.S. soldier walks through a large house Saturday, April 5, 2003. near Saddam International Airport in Iraq. Task Force 3-69 is using furniture from nearby mansions to use in the command center they are ... more

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A soldier walks up a marble staircase in a large house on April 5, 2003, near Saddam International Airport in Iraq.

A soldier walks up a marble staircase in a large house on April 5, 2003, near Saddam International Airport in Iraq.

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The front entry room of a large house, complete with marble bannisters, intricate designs and crystal chandeliers, photographed on April 5, 2003, near Baghdad.

The front entry room of a large house, complete with marble bannisters, intricate designs and crystal chandeliers, photographed on April 5, 2003, near Baghdad.

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A Bradley guards the back side of one of Saddam Hussein's palaces, which is surrounded by a lake on April 7, 2003, in western Baghdad. U.S. forces overtook the compound in a morning effort.

A Bradley guards the back side of one of Saddam Hussein's palaces, which is surrounded by a lake on April 7, 2003, in western Baghdad. U.S. forces overtook the compound in a morning effort.

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Col. Rock Marcone keeps communications with other 1st Brigade elements after taking over one of Saddam Hussein's palaces on April 7, 2003, in western Baghdad. Troops took the palace with little resistance.

Col. Rock Marcone keeps communications with other 1st Brigade elements after taking over one of Saddam Hussein's palaces on April 7, 2003, in western Baghdad. Troops took the palace with little resistance.

Member of the 15th Air Support Operations Squadron toast each other on their last night together on April 17, 2003, at Presidential Palace North in western Baghdad. Some of the crew will begin the process of deploying home while others will remain to serve at the division level. less

Member of the 15th Air Support Operations Squadron toast each other on their last night together on April 17, 2003, at Presidential Palace North in western Baghdad. Some of the crew will begin the process of ... more

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